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OY58 FHJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

126,011 mi
Last recorded126,011 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY58 FHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 126,011 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 123,399 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 121,090 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2022 118,687 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 115,864 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 113,505 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40/18 - cuts on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 - heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 - 2mm tread depth remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40/18 - cuts on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 - heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 107,012 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2018 100,438 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 98,023 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 94,732 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 90,689 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jul 2015 90,689 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 96,608 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 74,892 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 59,109 miles

o/s/front tyre has splits on inner sidewall but not deep enough to reach the cords

Pass 3 Sep 2011 43,606 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f tyre's wearing inner edges

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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OY58 FHJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 81,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY58 FHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OY58 FHJ registered?

OY58 FHJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is OY58 FHJ safe to buy?

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